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Saskatchewan Eviction Rules

Official notice periods, filing timelines, and legal citations for this province.

Notice Requirements

Nonpayment of Rent
15 days
Lease Violation
15 days
When can the landlord file?
Landlord may apply to the Office of Residential Tenancies after the notice period expires.
Tenant answer deadline
Tenant has 15 days to dispute an eviction notice after receiving it.
Hearing timeline
Typically 2–4 weeks after filing, depending on office schedule.
Lockout / physical eviction
Only a sheriff or court officer may enforce an eviction order; self-help is prohibited.

Eviction Process Timeline

  1. Notice Period (Nonpayment)

    15 days

  2. Notice Period (Lease Violation)

    15 days

  3. Landlord Can File

    Landlord may apply to the Office of Residential Tenancies after the notice period expires.

  4. Tenant Answer Deadline

    Tenant has 15 days to dispute an eviction notice after receiving it.

  5. Hearing Timeline

    Typically 2–4 weeks after filing, depending on office schedule.

  6. Lockout / Physical Eviction

    Only a sheriff or court officer may enforce an eviction order; self-help is prohibited.

Legal Citations

  • Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, SS 2006, c R-22.0001